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This article explores the issue of probation detainers and their impact on individuals in the criminal justice system. It highlights the experiences of several individuals who were held in jail on probation detainers, even after their new criminal charges were dropped or dismissed. The article also sheds light on the conditions in Allegheny County Jail, which has faced lawsuits and investigations due to inadequate medical care, mistreatment of inmates, and unsanitary conditions. Advocates are calling for structural reforms to the probation system, emphasizing the need for detainers to be used as a last resort and for counties to incentivize probation compliance. The article underscores the disproportionate impact of probation on marginalized communities and the difficulties faced by individuals trying to navigate the complex rules and conditions of probation. [Extracted from the article]

This article explores the ideas and impact of Frantz Fanon, a prominent figure in anti-colonial and postcolonial studies. Fanon's writings condemn colonialism and its effects on both the colonized and the colonizer, emphasizing the importance of decolonization and self-determination for oppressed peoples. The article also connects Fanon's ideas to contemporary issues such as the Israeli bombardment of Gaza and global anti-corruption movements. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of solidarity with the Palestinians and the refusal to abandon their home. [Extracted from the article]

This article delves into the history of the opium trade and its impact on America and Britain. It traces the origins of opium as a medicinal substance and its spread from Anatolia. The Mongol Empire and the Dutch East India Company played key roles in its propagation in Asia. The British used opium to pay for Chinese tea imports, benefiting prominent families and institutions in both Britain and the United States. The article also explores the connection between the United States and China, dating back to the early days of the republic, and how the China trade influenced American memory and culture. It specifically focuses on American merchants' involvement in the opium trade in China during the 19th century, highlighting their success and wealth gained from it. The article also mentions the failure of one American merchant in Guangzhou. Amitav Ghosh's forthcoming book, Smoke and Ashes: Opium's Hidden Histories, further explores this topic and emphasizes the importance of understanding this history to challenge xenophobic and anti-immigrant narratives surrounding narcotics issues in the United States. [Extracted from the article]